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Sunday, October 27, 2013

Labrador
Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, and Miniature Schnauzers are the breeds most
commonly found to develop hypothyroidism.
The thyroid gland is found in the throat. Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland
is not producing enough thyroid hormone.
Symptoms of hypothyroidism in dogs are similar to those seen in
people. The dog will have excessive
weight gain. The skin will be dry and
flaky. The hair becomes brittle and
falls out easily. There may be areas of
hair loss (alopecia), especially on chest, neck, and body. Often times the dog will also have a very low
energy level.

Diagnosis is
through a blood test that measures the level of thyroid hormone and function of
the thyroid gland.

Treatment
includes hormone replacement therapy.
Dogs do very well on thyroid medication.
The dose of medication needed varies, and your dog will need to have his
thyroid levels checked regularly to ensure he is on the right dose of
medication. Once started on the
medication, dogs will do very well and can lead long and happy lives.

Wednesday, October 23, 2013

"Dogs Aren't Men" is now available on Audible.com, Amazon.com, and iTunes.

BOOK DESCRIPTION:

Rebecca Miller is a gifted veterinarian with an extraordinary understanding of animal behavior. She is leading a fulfilling life as the owner and operator of the Animal Friends Veterinary Clinic. Ever since her 30th birthday, her mother has made it her mission to help Rebecca find a man, get married, and give her grandchildren. But Rebecca doesn't see the need for a man in her life. She has her dog, Captain, and that's all the companionship she needs. However, her world changes the day she literally runs into Derrick Peterson, a gorgeously handsome ER doctor.

Derrick's experiences with women have taught him that they are vain, silly, and untrustworthy. He keeps his relationships with them brief and superficial. However, he finds himself being irresistibly drawn to Rebecca. She's smart, witty, compassionate, and very different from the women he usually encounters. Will Rebecca be the one to break down the wall he's spent a lifetime building around his heart?

Monday, October 21, 2013

Blood flows into the
right side of the heart. The right
ventricle then pumps the blood into the lungs where it picks up oxygen. The blood then flows into the left side of
the heart where it is pumped back out into the body. As the blood flows into the different chambers
of the heart, valves close behind it to ensure the blood continues to flow in
the correct direction. The sound that is
heard when listening to the heart is the sound of the valves slamming shut.

If the valves do not
operate properly, some of the blood will be pushed backwards. If the valve fails that closes behind the
blood flowing into the right side of the heart, then blood will back up into
the liver and abdomen and cause “ascites”.
If the valve fails that closes behind the blood flowing into the left
side of the heart, then blood will back up into the lungs.

Congenital heart
disease can occur in any size dog.
Typically, the heart valves do not form properly, leading to failure to
function properly. The valves don’t seal
the openings; and therefore, you can hear the blood leaking through the valve
making a ‘whooshing’ sound. This sound
is referred to as a murmur. Diagnoses of
a heart murmur is made by using a stethoscope to listen to the heart. Many dogs can live for years with a murmur
without developing CHF.

Congestive heart failure
(CHF) is a very common disease in dogs.
CHF can occur in both large and small breed dogs although the underlying
causes vary significantly. In small
breed dogs, the most common cause is chronic dental disease. The bacteria in the mouth set up residence on
the heart valves. Eventually, the valve
begins to thicken and function improperly, leading to CHF. In large breed dogs, the most common
underlying cause is due to the heart being over worked. This leads to a thickening of the heart wall
and the failure of the heart to properly pump the blood. Additionally, severe heartworm infestations
can lead to CHF in any size dog.

Symptoms of CHF depend
on which side of the heart is affected.
Right sided CHF will lead to ascites.
If the blood is being backed up into the abdomen, then the belly will
start to fill with fluid and become distended.
If the blood is being backed up into the liver, then you can start to
see signs of liver failure (jaundice, vomiting, loss of appetite, etc.).

Left sided CHF will
lead to blood being backed up into the lungs.
The dog will usually wheeze or cough.
The cough is often productive, meaning that they cough up fluid.

With both types of CHF,
the dog will have a decrease in energy and possibly a loss of appetite.

Treatment of CHF also
depends on the underlying cause. It can
include: medication to increase heart muscle contractions, diuretics to draw
the extra fluid out of the lungs, liver, or abdomen, and a special diet.

Friday, October 18, 2013

Rebecca Miller is a veterinarian who is happy with her life and her animals. Her mother, however, would like to see her married sooner rather than later. Rebecca doesn't think this is likely until she meets Derrick Peterson. While she and Derrick-who likes to keep his relationships casual- dance around their feelings for each other, Rebecca is threatened by Dalton, her secretary's abusive boyfriend. Dalton is eventually arrested, but just when they think they're safe, tragedy strikes, and Derrick almost loses Rebecca, forcing him to confront his feelings and admit his love. Tiner- whose experience with veterinary medicine is clear- has written a quality entry in the romance genre. While her male characters are basic romantic archetypes, readers will appreciate the book's steady pace, well-constructed story, and genial style.- Publisher's Weekly

Friday, October 11, 2013

Ethylene glycol
(anti-freeze) is highly toxic to pets.
Cats have an especially low tolerance.
It has a sweet taste that pets love, so if it is available, they will
drink it. Pets usually gain access to
ethylene glycol through spills, leaks, or improperly sealed containers.

Early symptoms of
toxicity (usually within 30 minutes to a few hours) include: vomiting,
diarrhea, depression, a wobbly gait, head tremors, rapid eye movement,
increased urination, and thirst.

Symptoms are dependent
on amount of ethylene glycol consumed.
The toxicity is caused by the metabolites that are released as the body
tries to break down the ethylene glycol.
These metabolites are toxic to the liver, nervous system, and
kidneys. The sooner the animal is
started on treatment the more likely the ethylene glycol can be filtered out of
the body before causing damage. If you
have any suspicion that your pet has consumed ethylene glycol, don’t wait! Get them to your veterinarian immediately. Once organ damage has occurred, treatment is
much more intense and the chances of recovery are severely diminished.

Tuesday, October 8, 2013

This boxed set includes all three books in the Bounty Hunter series. Get all three books for only $5.99!!

BOUNTY HUNTER: THE BEGINNING

2013 Readers' Favorite Award Finalist

After his father's tragic death, sixteen-year old Ben Sharp is living a life of solitude in a one room cabin in the woods. He is lonely and restless but cannot see a way to change his situation. His life takes an unexpected turn the day two horse thieves ride up leading a stolen stallion. When the two outlaws attempt to rob him, Ben is able to turn the tables. His successful capture of the men opens up his world to the life of the bounty hunter. Ben sets out on a journey that will transform him from a boy into a man. This coming of age tale is full of action, adventure, humor, and romance.

BOUNTY HUNTER: THE REPUTATION Ben Sharp hunts outlaws for a living. He’s smart, tough, and only seventeen years old. In this action-packed sequel to Bounty Hunter: The Beginning, Ben goes after a gang of murderous thieves. As Ben tracks down and captures some of the meanest men in the west, his reputation for being fast with a gun grows. Ben’s grit and determination will be tested at every turn by ruthless men and the deadly forces of nature in this old west adventure.

BOUNTY HUNTER: THE LEGEND

Ben Sharp thinks he has put his days as a bounty hunter behind him. He is living a peaceful life on his horse ranch and is eagerly awaiting the day Mary Anne Sumter returns from Boston. When rustlers attack a cattle drive and kill some of Ben’s friends, he is called back into action. Will he be able to return to his life of peace or has he been forced to leave that life for good? Read this action-packed conclusion to the Bounty Hunter series to find out.

The Animal Friends Collection contains three middle-grade animal books. These books share several characters. Get all three books for only $5.99!!!

Friends for Life

Bo and Rico are two puppies who meet at a pet store. The puppies are dognapped from the pet store by two goons. Realizing they are in danger, Bo and Rico must work together to escape the dognappers. After their escape, Bo and Rico find themselves scared and alone on the mean city streets. They are rescued by a streetwise stray named Tank. Tank takes the puppies under his wing and teaches them how to survive on the streets. Bo and Rico embark on several adventures including avoiding the local Animal Control officer, Jimmy; several run-ins with a pack of dogs led by a stray named Mongrel; and rescuing a beautiful lost Poodle named Pearl. Through it all, Bo and Rico form an incredible friendship that will last a lifetime.

Welcome Home For as long as Jake can remember, he has been having the same dream. In his dream, he lives with a wonderful man in a beautiful home. He has never seen the face of the man in the dream, but he knows his voice and is certain that they are meant to be together. When the day comes for Jake to be given away to his new home, he believes that he will finally get to meet the man from his dreams. However, when he is chosen, it is definitely not by the man from his dream! He is taken to a home where he is terribly mistreated. After suffering years of abuse, Jake finally escapes and is able to begin the search for the man he has been dreaming of his entire life. Along the way, Jake meets some interesting characters, survives amazing adventures, and forms lifelong friendships. Join Jake on his incredible journey home.

The Rescue Team

Ellie is shocked and confused when her owners leave her at the animal shelter. Feeling abandoned and unloved, Ellie spends her days staring vacantly through the gate of her pen. Ellie’s life changes when she is finally adopted by a compassionate woman named Anne. Ellie and Anne form an unbreakable bond of love and friendship. A thunderstorm drives Toby, a young frightened kitten, to Anne’s porch. Anne and Ellie immediately welcome him into their family. One night, they hear an emergency broadcast announcement that a little girl is missing in the woods near their home. Anne, Ellie, and Toby join in the search to find her, and an incredible rescue team is formed. The team will be called upon again when a tornado tears through their town. Will they find any survivors?

Saturday, October 5, 2013

I am happy to announce that the third book of the young adult western Bounty Hunter series is available!

BOOK DESCRIPTION:Ben Sharp thinks he has put his days as a bounty hunter behind him. He is living a peaceful life on his horse ranch and is eagerly awaiting the day Mary Anne Sumter returns from Boston. When rustlers attack a cattle drive and kill some of Ben’s friends, he is called back into action. Will he be able to return to his life of peace or has he been forced to leave that life for good? Read this action-packed conclusion to the Bounty Hunter series to find out.

Friday, October 4, 2013

As the weather cools in
the fall and winter, mice decide to set up residence in our homes, garages,
barns, etc. When deciding the best
course of action to get rid of these pests, it is important to remember your
pets. Most rat poisons contain
anticoagulants. These poisons are not
picky about who ingests them, meaning they will cause the same effect whether
it is a rat, a dog, or a cat who eats it.
The rat poison smells good, and with your pet’s keen sense of smell, it
doesn’t take them long to find it, no matter how well you think you have hidden
it.

Many times, it is
several days after the pet ingests the poison before they start showing
symptoms. Early symptoms include: Vomit
or diarrhea that contains blood, bloody nasal discharge, and pale gums. As the poison takes more affect, the symptoms
will progress to severe anemia, weakness, lethargy, loss of appetite, internal
bleeding into the chest or abdomen, and eventually death.

Outdoor pets are at
greatest risk for rat poison ingestion.
They can come in contact with it in a barn, neighbor’s trash, or by
ingesting a rat who has been poisoned. If
you catch your pet in the act of eating rat poison, you'll need to induce
vomiting. Use a needleless syringe or
even a turkey baster to squirt 3% hydrogen peroxide solution into the back of
your pet's mouth. Give between one and
two teaspoons of solution for every ten pounds of body weight. Give the hydrogen peroxide, then wait five or
ten minutes to see if your pet vomits. If
not, administer another dose. Remember- inducing vomiting is ONLY for
immediate treatment. If several hours
have already passed since your pet ingested the rat poison, then inducing
vomiting will not help.

You will also need to
take your pet to the veterinarian to begin treatment. For acute ingestion without any symptoms, the
typical treatment includes giving Vitamin K.
However, if you are seeing the symptoms listed above, then it is
important to start emergency treatment.
This may include whole blood or plasma transfusions to restore the blood
volume.

Not all rat poisons are
toxic to pets. If you can bring the
package with you on your visit, it will help your veterinarian to determine the
best treatment options.

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